Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2005 (batch 19/101) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2005 (batch 19/101) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Craigellachie
£57
| Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2005 (batch 19/101) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Craigellachie |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 68.2% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £65.84 | £56.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2005 (batch 19/101) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2005 (batch 19/101) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2005 (batch 19/101) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £57 vs £66.
For beginners: Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2005 (batch 19/101) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £56.95)
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2005 (batch 19/101) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +More affordable (£56.95 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2005 (batch 19/101) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2005 (batch 19/101) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)